19 May 2013 Last updated at 20:20 ET

Essex Police cuts new starters' payPolice

Police officers in Essex are to get lower starting salaries following a pay review, it is revealed.

Lorry fire, Great Warley, EssexFire damages eleven lorries at firm

Eleven lorries and 100 tyres are hit by fire at a container company close to the M25 in Essex.

Lee Purdy v Devon AlexanderBattling Purdy beaten by Alexander

Colchester welterweight Lee Purdy goes seven rounds against champion Devon Alexander before his corner throw in the towel. BBC Sport

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Deborah McGurran, Political editor, East of England Article written by Deborah McGurran Deborah McGurran Political editor, East of England

Europe: Tory unity under scrutiny

13:11 UK time, Thursday, 16 May 2013

Are the Conservatives divided over Europe or united in pursuing the same goal?

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